how to root HTC Droid Incredible 2

How to root HTC Droid Incredible 2

Walkthrough
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Preliminary
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Using the following guide we will gain S-OFF, install a custom recovery (ClockworkMod), and get Superuser access (Sexy); through use ofRevolutionary.
The utility it was created by AlphaRev and unrevoked, all credit goes to them.
Consider donating to them if you feel so inclined, they do a lot for the community!


!!NOTICE!!
Please realize that there are risks involved. Anything that happens to your phone, which includes but is not limited to; Bird Flu, Smallpox, and Anthrax exposure, is in no way anyone on this site's responsibility, proceed with caution.


Also: I did all of this on a Windows machine, any Linux/Mac-dependent situations that I've missed feel free to fill in.

Files needed
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Before starting the process download these files:


Note: Windows Users must download and install HTC Fastboot Drivers beforehand. [HERE]


Download Superuser zip and put it on the root of your SD Card (or in a folder if so so prefer, just remember where) [DOWNLOAD HERE]


Download Revolutionary for your selected OS [HERE]
Note: Leave the page open as we will need it while running Revolutionary.

Rooting Process
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1. Extract and Run Revolutionary
Revolutionary will start and say "Waiting for device..."
Enable USB Debugging ( Settings > Applications > USB Development )
Disable Fastboot ( Settings > Power )
Plug in your Incredible 2


2. Serial Number and Beta Key
Revolutionary will give you your device's Serial number, on the page you downloaded Revolutionary there should now be a blue box, below the download links.
Select your OS, Device, HBOOT Version, and then input the Serial number and proceed.
You will be given a Beta Key you need to input in Revolutionary and then proceed.


3. Wait
Revolutionary should boot your phone into HBOOT a couple times.
After some time it should now read "-Revolutionary-" at the top of your HBOOT screen.
Revolutionary should ask you whether you'd like to flash ClockworkMod (You do).

*****If ClockworkMod fails to download or flash you can do it manually [GUIDE]*****

4. Install Superuser and Reboot
After Revolutionary is done talking about Lemons and Lemonade you can scroll down (Volume) on the HBOOT screen to "Recovery" and select it (Power).
This should boot you into ClockworkMod
Scroll down and select to "install zip from sdcard">"choose zip from sdcard" then select the "su-2.3.6..." zip file.
After it's all done back out of the menus and reboot.
Check in your app draw for the "superuser" app to ensure you are rooted.


Congrats, you should now be rooted!


Have trouble with the guide? Either post your experience here or take a quick look at unrevoked's Common Problems & Questions HERE.


Want to unroot? Check out this thread.

HOW TO ROOT HTC DROID INCREDIBLE

HOW TO ROOT HTC DROID INCREDIBLE

Finding ways to root the HTC Droid Incredible has been a long, hard road but it seems that all great journeys do get happy endings. Thanks to Team unrEVOked, a tool now exists to make the previously painful rooting process fast and painless. The tool, called unrevoked³, has been released for Windows, Mac, and Linux. On top of rooting your HTC Droid Incredible, it also installs ClockworkMod Recovery, so you no longer need to wait to jump on flashing ROMs. This also permanently unlocks the NAND flash on your phone.

Windows users may find their version of the method slightly longer than that of Mac and Linux users, requiring Windows users to install HBoot drivers and to disable HTC Sync, but have no fear. Our guide will walk you through the process. For Mac and Linux users, you can skip ahead to the section on rooting your HTC Droid Incredible using unrevoked³.

Caution

The method described in this guide is compatible with the HTC Droid Incredible only. If your phone is not an HTC Droid Incredible, please do not attempt this rooting method as it may lead to bricking.

Use these instructions at your own risk.  We shall not be responsible for whatever happens to your phone as a result of your use of these instructions.

Requirements

• HTC Droid Incredible
• Make sure that USB Debugging has been enabled on your phone. You can do this through Settings > Applications > Development and make sure to click the USB Debugging box.
• Download unrEVOked³ from the unrEVOked website.  Choose the right package for your computer’s OS.
• Download the latest unrEVOked forever package (unrevoked-forever.zip, 220 kB).  Rename the file to update.zip after downloading.

Installing HBoot Drivers (Windows Only)

This step is only for Windows users.  Linux and Mac users can skip this.

1. Download the modified USB driver from here (android-usb-driver.zip, 6.1 MB) to your computer.
2. Extract the downloaded ZIP file’s contents into a folder on your computer.
3. Turn off your phone completely.
4. Boot it into HBOOT by pressing and holding down the Volume Down rocker and the Power key.
5. On your phone, you should select HBOOT USB on the menu.
6. Wait until the screen flashes through an “SD Checking” message before pressing anything. Otherwise your phone will ignore any further keypresses.
7. Connect your phone to your Windows computer with a USB Cable.
8. Wait for the phone to say HBOOT USB PLUG on the screen.
9. Open Device Manager on your computer:
   1. Click the Start button in Windows.
   2. Right-click on Computer and then click on Properties.
   3. Click Device Manager.
10. Under “Other Devices” in Device Manger, you should see “Android 1.0″ listed.
11. Right-click on “Android 1.0.”
12. Click Update Driver Software.
13. Select the option to locate and install driver software manually.  Then, select the folder where you extracted the Android USB driver to.  If you get any warnings, just dismiss them.
14. After the driver has installed, you can close the Update Driver Software window.
15. In Device Manager, you should see a new device called “Android Phone”, under which is listed “Android Bootloader Interface.”
16. Proceed to the next section about rooting.

Rooting your HTC Droid Incredible with unrevoked³

1. If you’re on Windows, make sure that you uninstall HTC Sync or any other program that might talk to the phone over USB (such as DoubleTwist, etc.) as these will cause problems.
2. Connect your HTC Droid Incredible to your computer via USB cable.
3. Drag the notification bar down on your HTC Droid Incredible.
4. Select “Charge Only” and select “Remember This.”
5. Run the unrevoked³ program (usually called reflash or reflash.exe) on your computer.  (You may need to extract the executable file first, depending on what OS you’re using on your computer.)
6. The tool will run its process and provide you with instructions.  Follow the instructions.
7. Copy update.zip to the /sdcard directory on your phone.
8. Remove the phone’s battery.
9. While holding down the Volume Down key on your phone, reinsert the battery.
10. Use the Volume keys to highlight “RECOVERY” on the menu.  Press the Power button to select it.  Your phone will go into recovery mode.
11. On the recovery menu, select Apply sdcard:update.zip and confirm that you want to flash the update.

Congratulations! Your HTC Droid Incredible now has root access, an unlocked bootloader, S-OFF, and ClockworkMod Recovery. If Titanium Backup claims that you are not rooted, you can download Busybox from the Google Play Store to fix this.

HOW TO ROOT HTC ONE V

HOW TO ROOT HTC ONE V

The true beauty of an Android phone doesn’t come from its hardware specs, or from the Android version it’s running on. The phone’s genuine beauty comes from the freedom that lets Android users customize their Android phones. For the price of voiding your warranty, rooting your phone will awaken and reveal its true capabilities hiding within its system.

Senior XDA Developers member ckpv5 and a group of developers have created a rooting procedure for your HTC One V. This procedure will easily root your phone and let you gain root-level privileges. With a rooted phone, you can enjoy tweaks and extended features from apps that requires root access. You can even install custom ROMs and other mods to your mobile phone. Continue reading the rest of the guide to learn how to root your HTC One V.

Warning

• The instructions in this guide are intended for use with the HTC One V. Applying these instructions on another device or model may produce undesired outcomes.
• The information in this guide is provided for instructional and educational purposes only. There is no guarantee that these instructions will work under your specific and unique circumstances.
• Use these instructions at your own risk. We shall not hold any responsibility or liability for whatever happens to you or your device arising from your use of the info in this guide.
• Read and understand the whole guide first before actually performing the instructions.

Requirements

• An HTC One V with unlocked bootloader.
• • Check our guide on how to unlock HTC One V’s bootloader.
• USB drivers for the HTC One V
  • You can get the drivers by installing HTC Sync. Make sure to close HTC Sync before rooting your phone.
• WinRAR, 7-Zip or other similar file extraction programs installed on your computer.
• Download the following files:
  • r1-primo-superboot.zip (md5sum: 33fb1e45aff5259e67ed3c0bab7aafbf)
  • boot.superboot.img (4.01 MB)
• Disable system tools such as HTC Sync, firewall programs, and anti-virus software.
• Charge your phone’s battery to 60% or more.
• Backup all personal data on your phone to make sure you have a copy of your personal data (e.g., contacts, SMS, MMS, Internet settings, Wi-Fi passwords, and the like) in case the procedure in this guide erases such data.
  • For backup tips, check our guides on how to sync your data to the cloud and how to create local backups of your mobile data.

Instructions

1. Download the r1-primo-superboot.zip and extract it to a folder on your computer.
2. Download the boot.superboot.img and place it in the folder where you extracted r1-primo-superboot.zip. This will replace the boot.superboot.img that came with r1-primo-superboot.zip.
3. Switch off your HTC One V.
4. Reboot your HTC One V into Bootloader Mode by pressing the Volume Down key and Power button simultaneously until Bootloader Mode boots.
5. Select Fastboot from the Bootloader Menu.
6. Connect your HTC One V to the computer via USB cable. The Bootloader screen should say “FASTBOOT USB.”
7. Go to the r1-primo-superboot folder and double-click the install-superboot-window.batfile. This will automatically start the rooting process.
8. Once the rooting process is complete, your HTC One V will automatically reboot.
9. After complete boot, go to the app drawer. Tap the SuperSU icon and update the SU binary to the latest version.

Congratulations! You have successfully rooted your HTC One V. You can now install apps requiring root access on your mobile phone.

HOW TO ROOT HTC Thunderbolt

... How To Root Your Verizon HTC Thunderbolt ...

INFORMATION:

INDEX OF THIS THREAD Post #1: Revolutionary Toolkit for rooting - You're Here Post #2: How to root WITHOUT downgrading - Go Here  Post #3: How to root WITH downgrading - Go Here  Post #4: How to unroot and return to stock - Go Here

NOTE:

The minor OTA to firmware number 2.11.605.9 patches the exploit used by Revolutionary.  So, before you can use the Revolutionary Toolkit below... you must either do option #1 or option #2 before using Revolutionary. There are 2 options: #1 Achieve temp root via another means, then run Revolutionary. (Info in Post #2) OR #2 Several users have reported being able to downgrade to 2.11.605.5 simply by running an RUU for that firmware, despite an s-on hboot wich would normally prevent you from going backwards in version numbers. (Info in Post #3) Feel free to do whichever is most comfortable

Revolutionary
A new method has just become available that does not wipe your data. This is 100% the best and most recommended way to root your Thunderbolt at this time.

WARNING: GAINING S-OFF ACCESS ON THE HTC THUNDERBOLT WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
As with any ROM or modification the usual disclaimer applies.... You are using this at your own risk!

This is, LITERALLY, less than a 5 minute process, assuming you have all the files/preliminary stuff done first. Having to do "all" the preliminary should take you another couple minutes, at most... This is THAT simple!


Information you need to have first:


1) Serial number of your cell phone
2) HBOOT version number
3) HTC FastBoot drivers
4) Super User file: superuser 3.07.zip
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5) Uninstall HTC Sync drivers (or any other auto-sync programs you may have on your computer; you may just need to turn them "off"; I don't know.)


6) Set phone to USB Debugging on, and Always awake


To get into HBOOT, turn your phone off. Then press the volume down button along with the power button. Press and hold, and within 5 seconds it'll come on. This method supports versions 1.04.0000 and 1.05.0000.


Step-by-step Revolutionary rooting instructions:




Step 1) Install HTC FastBoot driver


Step 2) Go to REVOLUTIONARY and follow the instructions to download the file revolutionary-0.4pre3.zip. It will require you to know your cell phone's serial number, and what version of HBOOT you have.


Step 3) Plug your phone in, select "usb storage", and copy the Super User file to the SDCard somewhere (easiest if you don't put it into a folder on your SD card.) Don't unzip it. 


Step 4) Plug in your phone, and when the prompt comes up, set to "Charge Only". Disregard any notices and don't install any additional drivers or whatnot.


Step 5) Unzip the Revolutionary zip file into a folder somewhere you can find it.


Step 6) Run the file "revolutionary.exe".


Step 7) Follow the prompts on the screen. It's pretty straightforward. It will reboot to HBOOT a couple times, the last time you'll see it at the top saying "S-Off".


Step 8) It asks you if you want to install clockwork recovery. Select "Y". You'll need this...


You now have a permanent custom recovery on your phone.


Now to actually Root it:


Step 9) From the HBOOT, scroll down to "Bootloader" using the volume keys, and select using the power button. Then scroll/select "Recovery" Yes, it seems sluggish...that's fine. Don't be impatient; it'll let you scroll at some point...


Step 10) Wait! You'll see the HTC spash screen for a bit, and then eventually you'll be into Clockwork Recovery


Step 11) Scroll to "install zip from sdcard" and select.


Step 12) Scroll to "choose zip from sdcard"


Step 13) Find the super user file (superuser-3.zip) (it'll be at the bottom of the directory list if you put it in the base directory of the sd card) and select it.


Step 14) Sit back and watch the quick show... If all goes well, it will install and show you when it's finished.


Step 15) Reboot the phone (keep selecting "back" until you have the option to reboot the phone)


If you are getting Force Closes from Superuser after you are finished, please reboot into Clockwork Recovery and FIX PERMISSIONS. 

YOU'RE NOW ROOTED!!! On a STOCK ROM! No loss of data. No re-setup. Nothing... 

Root HTC Sensation XE Having ICS

Root HTC Sensation XE Having ICS

With the introduction of Samsung Galaxy Nexus, he introduced the Ice Cream Sandwich Android 4.0 operating system update that brings several new features and other capabilities. Smartphone from Taiwan manufacturers do not come with a lot of internal memory and you may want to delete some system applications. In addition, you also may want to customize your phone to make it stand out from the crowd. For this you need root access to XE sensation. If you have rooted your phone already, will not be able to get root access after your phone is updated with ice cream sandwiches. Before rooting, you need to open the boot loader that can be done using a step by step method is given in HTC Dev website. Also, your phone must have installed Clockworkmod recovery.

Everyone was happy to have updates on their mobile phone and has now more than three months since the user is waiting for Android 4.0 update. You can not blame the team for such a long wait for Google’s adoption of Android 4.0 and you can not even blame the producers, the rigorous testing that manufacturers get around to deliver bug-free update. Although there is less chance of losing all your data, you should back up all the applications using the File Manager ASTRO. Back up all contacts to the SD card, SMS and call logs on Android on Android. Your phone must have at least 60 percent of the battery.

Android 4.0 update long wait for many devices are now starting to roll with the Samsung Galaxy S II launched the update starting tomorrow. But before that HTC has come out with a quick update for their HTC Sensation Sensation and XE smartphone released today. Updates to the sensation-based HTC smartphone comes along with the introduction of Sense 3.6 user interface. Update as of now is available to users in Germany. Android 4.0 update file for the thrill and sensation of XE is the total size of 283 Mb and we recommend users to go through these updates through the use of Wi Fi connection as if you choose to renew with your data plan it will cost maybe higher speed and Wi Fi download speeds are much better than 3G.

Many users have received a notification on their mobile phone about this update but if you do not accept these changes, so do not worry because you can also update your phone to Android 4.0 and enjoy the best features. If you include those users who have not received the update message then they can go through the Settings> About Phone and then click on software update, finally click Check Now to check whether an update is available on your phone or not.

Steps to Root the HTC Sensation XE on Ice Cream Sandwich:

1. Download Superuser-3.0.7-d-signed.zip.
2. Connect your phone to the computer via USB cable and copy the downloaded zip file to the root of your SD card.
3. Boot into ClockworkMod recovery mode and go to install zip from SD card > choose zip from SD card.
4. Select the zip file that you copied to your SD card.
5. Confirm it in the next screen and flash it.

You have successfully rooted your Sensation XE. Sometimes the flashing might not root your phone at once so you may need to repeat it 2-3 times.

Note:

Above mentioned procedure is tested and works perfectly fine, owners should use this procedure at their own risk.

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Rooting HTC Sensation with HTC Super Tool v3

Rooting HTC Sensation with HTC Super Tool v3

Now you can root, S-off and unlock the bootloader of almost any HTC device  like HTC Sensation, Evo Design 4g, Evo 4g, Evo 3d, Evo Shift, G2, MT3Gs, MT4G, MT4Gs,  Inspire, Sensation, Incredible, Wildfire S and Amaze with the help of the application called HTC SUPER TOOL V3 created by FRIGID of XDA Developers Forum. Frigid said that it should also work on any HTC devices because they all have similar architecture.

Just follow this instructions below on how to Root, S-off and Unlock the bootloader of your HTC device.

Note: 

• Make sure that your device battery is charge atleast 60%
• Backup your phone data into your computer.
• Turn on USB Debugging, on your homescreen tap Menu> Settings> Application> Development. Then, make sure that USB debugging is checked.                                         
  
  
  

Requirements:

• HTC Phone
• Computer
• USB Data Cable

1. First, download and install HTC DRIVER.
2. Then, Download Super tool v3.
3. Next,  extract it to a new folder via Winzip/Winrar.     
4. After that connect your phone to the computer using your USB Data Cable.
5. Go to the extracted files and doucle click SUPER TOOL to run the program.
   
6. Next, you will see a menu like the image below, choose any procedure you want like rooting, unlock bootloader, attempt S-Off etc.
7. Congratulation you have now Root, unlock bootloader and S-Off your HTC device.

Resources:

XDA Developers Forum

Root Micromax A85 Superfone

Root Micromax A85 Superfone


Micromax A75 is one of cheapest Android Phones. Due to Micromax branding, phone has done good in terms of sales, Thanks to brand awareness of Micromax and their marketing. It is lighter version of Micromax A85 Superfone, and both the phones are not known for high level performance. It is having tough competition from Samsung Galaxy Y, but those who purchase these phones are not satisfied with them at all. The most common reason is these phones can’t be rooted, and there are only few custom ROMs being developed.

Other disappointing point for advanced users was that they are unavailable to root these phones. But, now it is no longer impossible task. Since, an Android Developer, Ninad Chaudhary has developed the ways to root these both phones. Obviously, steps are tricky, and you need technical knowledge to apply this process. In due course of this article, we are going to show you how you can root Micromax Superfone A85 and Micromax Superfone A75 Android phones. We have tried to simply process for you, to make it easy to root your Micromax Devices, in two different sections, based on A75 or A85 Phone models.

Disclaimer: Rooting your Micromax Superfone A85 or A75 would void warranty. There is risk involved in this process, as your device can get bricked, damaged, or even can stop working after trying to root. This tutorial article is meant for educational purpose more, and doesn’t offers any warranty or liability against each step. We or developer should not be held responsible if anything happens wrong with your device, after following the steps, you should try the steps at your own responsibility. Though, we have not got chance to test this phones personally, so you should take care before rooting these phones.

Pre-Requisite

• Download Latest Micromax Drivers installed in your PC, and also ensure that you have Data Cable available to enable connectivity of phone with your PC.
• You need to make sure that your Micromax Phone have battery charge at least 70% before starting the rooting process.
• Backup all the data, including SMS, Data, Call Logs, Contacts, APN and MMS Settings, and everything else, as this method would wipe all the data from the phone.
• Disable Firewall or Antivirus Apps in your device, to eliminate the conflict.
• Enable the USB Debugging Mode in your phone, navigate to “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging”. You have to disconnect the phone from computer to turn on the USB debugging mode. As per developer’s suggestion, you can install ADB Drivers from other sources, if device drivers are not available.

Part 1: How to Root Micromax A85 Superfone on Android 2.3.4

Step 1: You need to download Micromax A85 Rooting Package and extract it in you PC. Download Link.

Step 2: After downloading the file, open the archive and find the file named boot.img’ from the 2.3.4 upgrade package to the ‘new-boot.img, ensure to remove the original file before replacing.

Step 3: Flash the phone with provided boot.

Step 4: Connect the Micromax Device to Computer. Ensure that it is connected successfully in Device Manager of your PC.

Step 4: After connecting the device, open the directory of extracted package, and find and run the file ‘run_me.bat’..

Step 5: Your phone has successfully rooted, and you have installed BUSYBOX.

If you have faced any problem while installing or trying to Root the device with above mentioned steps, you should consult with developer here.

Part 2: How to Root Micromax A75 Superfone Lite

Developer Ninad Chaudhary has done awesome Job, he has finally developed method of Rooting Micromax A75. The same root can be applied for Fly IQ270. As you might aware, this phone was not rooted by anyone else, but now it is possible with this tricky tutorial. All you need to follow the steps carefully.

Step 1: You need to Download ROOT4.7z

Step 2: Check the system.img extracted file for checksum using HASH TAB.
for SHA512

FEFB2F46622F0F5B0166F8B1696DB0A6E82E98CC05F43D3005 C9C2493B1BB92D3F363E83E883E7956BDBD495C6AC9EF43A5F DFB5F703F5566D39BA772745C002

for Whirlpool

C0C3F3954C5514A0FC4AE4A60FBA1C38AFB97B82064CECDB3D 0C513AD8F13CDA70310DA024D53A8CB4FC3F5D7BC40479EF67 CF3AF3D180F9DC31ADFB621C877A

Step 3: Now, you need to replace the System.img from the update package, which you have downloaded. For yoru comfort, here are those instructions:

• You need to download three files. Flash Files | SP flash tool | Drivers
• Install the drivers you downloaded, and then restart the device to complete the drivers installation.
• Now, run Flash Tool (Downloaded in Step 1), and then select scatter file ‘MT6573_Android_scatter.txt, and in ‘Downloading Agent’ select MTK_AllInOne_DA.bin. Ensure to uncheck the Preloader option.
• Now, run the Download. If 404 Not Found Error is coming, simply select files one by one, which includes DSP_BL, UBOOT and few more.
• When interface asks the phone to connect to the PC, then simply turn off the phone and now plugin. In the few minutes, your phone is flashed.

Step 4: Then flash the device, using instructions in update. After doing this, you need to restart your Micromax A75 Superfone lite.

Step 5: Your device has been rooted. But it is reported that the phone users had faced Wi-Fi connectivity issues after installing this Root. Firstly you should try to Reset the IP. If nothing works, then simply do the following:

• Download Wi-Fi Fix Patch, which would fix permissions as well. If USB Debugging mode is enabled, connect the phone to PC.
• Find the file. ‘run_me.bat’ from the package, and run the same file, which will Install Busybox and also will fix Wi-Fi issues in your phone.

If you face any difficulty or problem while using this procedure, you can ask directly to developer.